The Cher Show
This came to a wondrous climax with an ensemble rendition of hit “Believe” bringing the theatre to its’ feet.
There’s a small collection of pop icons that genuinely seem to exist beyond the constraints of humanity. Elton John, Madonna, more recently Beyonce, but one of the most iconic of them all has to be Cher. Her breadth of influence has shown no bounds for literal decades. The Cher Show is an effervescent, exuberant and overwhelmingly euphoric testament to her career.
From the opening number, audiences are enthralled by the flashing lights and flawless choreography worthy of a sellout stadium show. Being the diva that she’s earned to be, Cher is late to set. Played by Debbie Kurup, “Star” Cher narrates a reflection of her career mapping the ups and downs leading to present day.
She’s joined by the transfixing talents of Millie O’Connel of “Six” stardom as Baby, and Danielle Steers as “Lady”. In between delightful portrayals of auditions, early gigs, music label chaos, heartswelling romance, the three-share delightful banter together as if they’re three of their own people. It’s almost like an extremely camp exercise of time travel mapping out pop history.
The musical talents of the entire cast are stellar. It truly felt the closest you can get to seeing Cher without having to shell out hundreds of dollars and battle for tickets. It felt like a privilege to see her story mapped out in such an extensive and sensitive manner. By the end, it was hard not to feel as if Cher were the audience’s very own grandmother.
There was no room for tears though. The Cher Show is a celebration of passion, regardless of the challenges that life throws your way. This came to a wondrous climax with an ensemble rendition of hit “Believe” bringing the theatre to its’ feet. The bright lights, glamour, gorgeous set design, and medley of invigorating talents made it impossible to leave the show without a beaming smile. It really did make me believe in “Life after love”.
